WHO flash appeal: Earthquake response in Türkiye and Whole of Syria

Overview

On 6 February 2023, a series of large earthquakes hit southern Türkiye and northern Syria, followed by hundreds of aftershocks. This Flash appeal outlines the health situation in the two countries following this humanitarian disaster, the main threats to health, the WHO response since the earthquakes hit and priorities for addressing the health impacts in both countries. Details of WHO’s response priorities to support the populations affected are provided, together with the funding requirements to address the immediate and urgent health needs by area and overall. These needs continue to evolve based on ongoing damage assessments. Donations in support of WHO’s work following this emergency can be made through the WHO Foundation.

This document supersedes the initial version of the Flash appeal that was published on the WHO website on 11 February.